Itauma v Hrgovic upgraded to IBF world-title bout

British heavyweight Moses Itauma will fight Filip Hrgovic on 29 August in a bout that has been upgraded to contest the vacant IBF heavyweight world title. The fight's elevation to world-title status marks a significant step for the unbeaten young British prospect Itauma. No venue details were specified in the excerpt, but the date and title stakes have been confirmed.